INDEPENDENT HILL, Va. – On September 23, police went to PACE East School after they were told a male student assaulted a teacher. Once officers arrived and found the student on school grounds, police say the student swung at and struck the officer in the face, causing minor injuries to both the officer and the teacher from earlier.
Here’s the latest from Prince William police:
Assault & Battery a Law Enforcement Officer [LEO] – On September 25th at 10:50AM, officers responded to the PACE East School located at 14780 Joplin Rd in Manassas (20112) to investigate an assault. Police were initially called to the school after receiving reports that a student had reportedly assaulted a teacher. The School Resource Officer located the student outside, near one of the trailers and attempted to make contact. At that point, the student took an aggressive stance and swung at the officer. A struggle ensued and during the encounter, the student struck the officer in the face. Minor injuries were reported by the officer and the teacher involved in the initial incident. Officers were eventually able to detain the accused. Following the encounter, the student was arrested.
Arrested on September 25th: [Juvenile]
A 17 year old male juvenile of Woodbridge
Charged with assault & battery on a LEO, assault & battery and resisting arrest
Court date: pending | Status: held at a Juvenile Detention Center
Recent Stories
On April 21 at 10:10 p.m., crash
investigators responded to the Red Roof Inn located at 10610 Automotive Drive in Manassas to investigate a hit & run crash.
The commercial space at 610 Caroline Street is starting to show life, beginning with a new neon “Bistro,” sign in the front window. In early May, the new tenant “Always Flavored,” will complete their move from the current location on Princess Anne Street, giving the Fredericksburg dining crowd another option but this time adding beer and wine.
On Friday, May 10, Dumfries will celebrate the 275th anniversary of the original charter for Dumfries. The festivities will begin May 10 with a sold-out black-tie dinner at the National Museum for the Marine Corps.
The checkerboard tower next to the train station in downtown Fredericksburg is getting a makeover that will say less “Purina,” and more “upgrade,” as officials go with a blue checkerboard pattern and “Welcome to Fredericksburg.”
To celebrate Air Quality Awareness Week (May 6-10, 2024), Clean Air Partners is working with A Few Cool Hardware Stores to exchange DC, Maryland and Virginia residents’ gas-powered lawnmowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers at select Ace Hardware locations in the region. DMV residents who turn in their gas-powered lawn tools will receive a FREE Ego Power+ replacement including batteries and chargers, while supplies last.
Compared to gas, electric lawn equipment can reduce emissions, noise pollution, health risks and maintenance costs and time. The program aims to remove about a hundred gas-powered polluting tools from yards in the greater Baltimore-Washington region.
The exchanges will take place the weekends of May 17-19, 2024, and May 31-June 2, 2024, at A Few Cool Hardware Stores network of employee-owned Ace Hardware stores in the DC and Baltimore metro areas. To participate and get your free Ego Power+ lawn tool, sign up at https://qrco.de/CAPExchange to reserve your tool and select your trade-in date and location.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Do stress and anxiety seem to dominate your thoughts? At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we understand that navigating mental health can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Our team of compassionate therapists is here to guide you on your journey toward inner peace and emotional well-being. With a client-centered approach, we tailor our therapy sessions to meet your unique needs and goals. Whether you’re struggling with depression, coping with trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, we provide a safe and supportive space for healing and growth.
Embark on a path of self-discovery with our comprehensive range of therapy services, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and holistic approaches. Our experienced therapists are dedicated to helping you cultivate resilience, develop coping skills, and foster a greater sense of self-awareness.
Spring Ceili: An Irish Music Festival
The New Dominion Choraliers of Prince William County and McGrath Morgan Academy of Irish Dance invite you to join them at our Ceili, a grand celebration of Irish music and dance.
A gathering of performance groups throughout Prince William County
